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Rita J. Ledbetter, ARNP, CNM

People are not only a body, but they are spirit and soul. Each person is unique and precious. Healing needs to meet the needs of the spirit, soul, and body. I love seeing people receive what they need to get truly healed.

I believe I was called to be a midwife nurse. As a child, I dressed my Barbie dolls in maternity tops. My philosophy is to partner with a client to get her the best outcome and the highest satisfaction. I am there to have the eyes of a hawk for problems and the heart of a lion to be brave to do what's right, but also have gentle hands to advocate and serve.

Contact Information

Profile

Gender:

Female

Year began practicing:

1994

Year joined staff:

2018

Specialties:

Certified Nurse Midwife

Obstetrics

Gynecology

Areas Of Interest

Women need to be heard. It is not just about getting healthy or having a healthy birth. Healthcare should be empowering as well as compassionate. Making every facet of healthcare about her is my passion because birth is sacred.

My family is a huge priority for me. It is my job to spoil my grandchildren with travel opportunities and time. I love to travel for mission work, especially to Haiti. I spend my other free time gardening because working in the dirt and seeing things grow makes me happy. Being involved in church activities also satisfies my soul.

Education & Training

Education

1994

University of Illinois Chicago

Residency

University of Illinois Chicago

Awards & Certifications

Honors, Awards, etc.

American College of Nurse-Midwives Preceptor of the YearAmerican College of Nurse-Midwives Teacher of the YearUniversity of Iowa Family Practice Residency Program Care Provider of the YearWorld Relief Excellence in Nurse - Midwives2017 Illinois Affiliate American College of Nurse-Midwives